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{{Infobox settlement | {{Infobox settlement | ||
| name | | name = Mahuva | ||
| other_name | | other_name = Madhumati | ||
| settlement_type | | settlement_type = [[Town]] | ||
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| pushpin_map | | pushpin_map = India Gujarat#India | ||
| pushpin_label_position | | pushpin_label_position = right | ||
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| pushpin_map_caption | | pushpin_map_caption = Location in Gujarat, India##Location in India | ||
| coordinates | | coordinates = {{coord|21.0833|N|71.8000|E|display=inline,title}} | ||
| subdivision_type | | subdivision_type = Country | ||
| subdivision_name | | subdivision_name = {{flag|India}} | ||
| subdivision_type1 | | subdivision_type1 = [[States and union territories of India|State]] | ||
| subdivision_name1 | | subdivision_name1 = [[Gujarat]] | ||
| subdivision_type2 | | subdivision_type2 = [[List of districts in India|District]] | ||
| subdivision_name2 | | subdivision_name2 = [[Bhavnagar district|Bhavnagar]] | ||
| established_title | | established_title = <!-- Established --> | ||
| established_date | | established_date = | ||
| founder | | founder = | ||
| named_for | | named_for = | ||
| government_type | | government_type = | ||
| governing_body | | governing_body = Mahuva Nagarpalika | ||
| unit_pref | | unit_pref = Metric | ||
| area_footnotes | | area_footnotes = | ||
| area_rank | | area_rank = | ||
| area_total_km2 | | area_total_km2 = 7.07 | ||
| elevation_footnotes | | elevation_footnotes = | ||
| elevation_m | | elevation_m = 128 | ||
| population_total | | population_total = 98,519 | ||
| population_as_of | | population_as_of = 2011 | ||
| population_rank | | population_rank = | ||
| population_density_km2 | | population_density_km2 = auto | ||
| population_demonym | | population_demonym = | ||
| population_footnotes | | population_footnotes = | ||
| demographics_type1 | | demographics_type1 = Languages | ||
| demographics1_title1 | | demographics1_title1 = Official | ||
| demographics1_info1 | | demographics1_info1 = [[Gujarati language|Gujarati]], [[Hindi language|Hindi]] | ||
| timezone1 | | timezone1 = [[Indian Standard Time|IST]] | ||
| utc_offset1 | | utc_offset1 = +5:30 | ||
| postal_code_type | | postal_code_type = [[Postal Index Number|PIN]] | ||
| postal_code | | postal_code = 364290 | ||
| area_code_type | | area_code_type = Telephone code | ||
| area_code | | area_code = (02844) | ||
| registration_plate | | registration_plate = GJ-4 | ||
| website | | website = | ||
| footnotes | | footnotes = | ||
| official_name | | official_name = | ||
| pop_est_as_of | | pop_est_as_of = 2021 | ||
| population_est | | population_est = 120,685 | ||
}} | }} | ||
'''Mahuva''' is a town and [[taluka | '''Mahuva''' is a [[town]] and [[Tehsil|taluka]] of [[Bhavnagar District]], in the state of [[Gujarat]], [[India]]. Located on the coast of the [[Arabian Sea]], Mahuva is known for its mild weather and green, lush surroundings, including many coconut tree plantations. The town is a part of the [[Saurashtra (region)|Saurashtra]] region and is known as the [[Kashmir]] of Saurashtra.{{Citation needed|date=August 2019}} Mahuva is also known for wooden toys, raw onions, groundnuts, and a local variety of mango called the Jamadar. The region is home to a thriving [[agribusiness]] industry, particularly enterprises that dehydrate vegetables such as garlic and onions for use in processed foods. | ||
==Geography== | ==Geography== | ||
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==Demographics== | ==Demographics== | ||
According to the [[2011 Census of India]],<ref> | According to the [[2011 Census of India]],<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.censusindia.gov.in/pca/SearchDetails.aspx?Id=547398 |title=Archived copy |website=www.censusindia.gov.in |access-date=13 January 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150924121658/http://www.censusindia.gov.in/pca/SearchDetails.aspx?Id=547398 |archive-date=24 September 2015 |url-status=dead}}</ref> Mahuva subdistrict had a population of 452,011; the town of Mahuva had a population of approximately {{lakh|1.5}}, composed of about 90,000 males and 60,000 females. There were a total of 27,607 households. Most residents of Mahuva are Hindus and Muslims; a smaller number are Jains and Christians. | ||
==Economy== | ==Economy== | ||
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The local economy of Mahuva is primarily based on the [[agriculture|agricultural]] produce market and industries. The Mahuva [[Agricultural Produce Market Committee]] (APMC) was established in 1858. | The local economy of Mahuva is primarily based on the [[agriculture|agricultural]] produce market and industries. The Mahuva [[Agricultural Produce Market Committee]] (APMC) was established in 1858. | ||
Mahuva and its surrounding villages are known for their onion production. The Mahuva market yard is the second largest onion trading centre in India after [[Lasalgaon]], [[Maharashtra]].{{Citation needed|date=August 2019}} It is spread across 38–40 acres of land. The region is the largest producer of [[white onion]]s and the second largest producer of [[red onion]]s in the country.{{Citation needed|date=August 2019}} Therefore, onion is the largest trading commodity in Mahuva APMC. Mahuva is a large hub for onion processing and exporting, with over 120 large-scale [[food drying|dehydration]] plants. Onions from Mahuva Market are transported to many regions of India. | Mahuva and its surrounding villages are known for their onion production. The Mahuva market yard is the second largest onion trading centre in India after [[Lasalgaon]], [[Maharashtra]].{{Citation needed|date=August 2019}} It is spread across 38–40 acres of land. The region is the largest producer of [[white onion]]s and the second-largest producer of [[red onion]]s in the country.{{Citation needed|date=August 2019}} Therefore, onion is the largest trading commodity in Mahuva APMC. Mahuva is a large hub for onion processing and exporting, with over 120 large-scale [[food drying|dehydration]] plants. Onions from Mahuva Market are transported to many regions of India. | ||
[[Peanut]]s, [[cotton]] and [[coconut]]s are also major trading commodities of this market. It is the only APMC of the state where coconuts are officially traded.{{Citation needed|date=August 2019}} [[Cotton gin]]ning is also conducted in the region. There are many small and large [[poultry]] farms in Mahuva, including an [[emu]] farm. The Jamadar mango and Ramfal are special varieties of fruit found in Mahuva. Mahuva is the only place in Gujarat where specialized irrigation systems are needed to control [[soil salinity]].{{Citation needed|date=August 2019}} | [[Peanut]]s, [[cotton]] and [[coconut]]s are also major trading commodities of this market. It is the only APMC of the state where coconuts are officially traded.{{Citation needed|date=August 2019}} [[Cotton gin]]ning is also conducted in the region. There are many small and large [[poultry]] farms in Mahuva, including an [[emu]] farm. The Jamadar mango and Ramfal are special varieties of fruit found in Mahuva. Mahuva is the only place in Gujarat where specialized irrigation systems are needed to control [[soil salinity]].{{Citation needed|date=August 2019}} | ||
[[Port Pipavav|Pipavav Port]] is a fast growing | [[Port Pipavav|Pipavav Port]] is a fast-growing seaport located nearby, and India's first private sector port situated in [[Rajula]]. [[Reliance Naval and Engineering Limited]], one of India's largest [[shipbuilding]] and [[heavy industry]] companies, operates out of the port. | ||
There are many [[diamond cutting|diamond cutting and polishing]] centres with ties to overseas markets. Some are working for [[diamantaires]] in [[Surat]]. | There are many [[diamond cutting|diamond cutting and polishing]] centres with ties to overseas markets. Some are working for [[diamantaires]] in [[Surat]]. | ||
Mahuva is also known for wooden toys and other wooden | Mahuva is also known for wooden toys and other wooden handicrafts.{{Citation needed|date=August 2019}} | ||
A recent surge in the growth of food processing industries, rope manufacturing units, cold storage chains and diamond polishing centres in Mahuva region has increased employment in the region.{{Citation needed|date=August 2019}} | A recent surge in the growth of food processing industries, rope manufacturing units, cold storage chains and diamond polishing centres in Mahuva region has increased employment in the region.{{Citation needed|date=August 2019}} | ||
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Mahuva has two hospitals. ''Sadbhavana Hospital'' was recently approved to be upgraded from Municipal Hospital status to Civil Hospital, and is undergoing improvements to reflect the change in status. It is located on the outskirts of Mahuva near Vadali. [[Kanubhai Kalsariya]] was a pioneering doctor from the hospital. ''Hanumant Trust Hospital'' is a second hospital situated on the bypass road, which was developed as a multi-specialty hospital. | Mahuva has two hospitals. ''Sadbhavana Hospital'' was recently approved to be upgraded from Municipal Hospital status to Civil Hospital, and is undergoing improvements to reflect the change in status. It is located on the outskirts of Mahuva near Vadali. [[Kanubhai Kalsariya]] was a pioneering doctor from the hospital. ''Hanumant Trust Hospital'' is a second hospital situated on the bypass road, which was developed as a multi-specialty hospital. | ||
There are also private clinics, many within [[nursing home]]s, offering a variety of services, including physicians, paediatricians, ophthalmologists, orthopaedic surgeons, general surgeons, gynecologists, anesthesiologists, pathologists, dentists, and physiotherapists. | There are also private clinics, many within [[nursing home]]s, offering a variety of services, including physicians, paediatricians, ophthalmologists, orthopaedic surgeons, general surgeons, gynecologists, anesthesiologists, pathologists, dentists, and physiotherapists. Mahuva taluka's main crop is onion, cotton and groundnuts, Mahuva is the biggest producer of dehydrated onion and garlic in India and its contribution is 90% of all India dehydrated vegetables export.also mahuva have many cotton ginning factories and one of the oldest ginning factories is Asha cotton industry started in 1998 by Dr B T Valia. | ||
==Transport== | ==Transport== | ||
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'''Local''' | '''Local''' | ||
[[Auto rickshaw]]s and taxis are available in town. [[Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation|GSRTC]] buses service | [[Auto rickshaw]]s and taxis are available in town. [[Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation|GSRTC]] buses service connects Mahuva to other cities and nearby villages. | ||
'''Road''' | '''Road''' | ||
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'''Rail''' | '''Rail''' | ||
There are direct weekly or | There are direct weekly or daily trains. The major route is the Mahuva–Mumbai Bandra (T.) SF Express, connecting major cities (Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Surat). Weekly train [[Bandra Terminus–Mahuva Express|Mahuva–Mumbai Bandra (T.)]] available on Thursday and Saturday from [[Mahuva Junction railway station|Mahuva Junction]]. While direct train [[Surat–Mahuva Superfast Express|Mahuva-Surat Superfast Train]] is available on daily basis. | ||
'''Air''' | '''Air''' | ||
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'''Primary Schools''' | '''Primary Schools''' | ||
* Shri | * Shri Swaminarayana Gurukul | ||
* Shri Swaminarayan Gurukul Neshvad | * Shri Swaminarayan Gurukul Neshvad | ||
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==Attractions== | ==Attractions== | ||
There are two public parks in Mahuva, Gandhi Baug and Kuber Baug. | There are two public parks in Mahuva, Gandhi Baug and Kuber Baug. | ||
There is new attraction opened recently at the outskirts of the Mahuva named The City Mall and Multiplex which houses newly opened Cine Arc Multiplex having Dolby Digital Sound System with premium seatings, Game Zone, and Real Paprika Pizzeria etc. It became new popular weekend destination for the people of Mahuva located on the Mahuva-Bhavnagar National Highway near Bhadrod village and distanced approximately 5 kilometers from the city. In short span of time it became popular destinations among youth, movie lovers and children. | |||
Mahuva is home to many religious temples and monuments that are popular with local [[Hinduism|Hindu]] and [[Jainism|Jain]] adherents. Gaytri Mata Shaktipith, a temple made in the shape of a lotus, is the [[Prana Pratishtha]] of [[Gayatri]]devi. It opened in 1981, on the celebration of [[Jalaram Jayanti]]. The Dwarkadhish temple (also known as Haveli) is attended daily by devotees to [[Shrinathji]]. The location where [[Bhagatji Maharaj]] was born and resided throughout his life has been preserved. A [[Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha|BAPS Swaminarayan]] temple located on the western outskirts of the town was inaugurated in 2014 by [[Mahant Swami Maharaj]]. The temple is made of pink stones and inspired by [[Pramukh Swami Maharaj]]. The Mahuva [[Tirtha (Jainism)|Jain Tirth]], known as Madhumati in ancient scriptures, is the birthplace of Sheth Javad Shah and Sheth Jadadu Shah. This shrine to [[Mahavir|Sri Mahavir]] is venerated as "Jivit Swami" and is included in the Panch Tirthi of Sri Shatrunjay shrines.<ref>[http://jainsite.in/jain-tirth/mahuva-tirth]{{dead link|date=March 2020}}</ref><ref> | Mahuva is home to many religious temples and monuments that are popular with local [[Hinduism|Hindu]] and [[Jainism|Jain]] adherents. Gaytri Mata Shaktipith, a temple made in the shape of a lotus, is the [[Prana Pratishtha]] of [[Gayatri]]devi. It opened in 1981, on the celebration of [[Jalaram Jayanti]]. The Dwarkadhish temple (also known as Haveli) is attended daily by devotees to [[Shrinathji]]. The location where [[Bhagatji Maharaj]] was born and resided throughout his life has been preserved. A [[Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha|BAPS Swaminarayan]] temple located on the western outskirts of the town was inaugurated in 2014 by [[Mahant Swami Maharaj]]. The temple is made of pink stones and inspired by [[Pramukh Swami Maharaj]]. The Mahuva [[Tirtha (Jainism)|Jain Tirth]], known as Madhumati in ancient scriptures, is the birthplace of Sheth Javad Shah and Sheth Jadadu Shah. This shrine to [[Mahavir|Sri Mahavir]] is venerated as "Jivit Swami" and is included in the Panch Tirthi of Sri Shatrunjay shrines.<ref>[http://jainsite.in/jain-tirth/mahuva-tirth]{{dead link|date=March 2020}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.jaintirthyatra.com/Tirth-Details/71/Shri_Mahuva_Tirth.aspx |title=Archived copy |website=www.jaintirthyatra.com |access-date=13 January 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160328002714/http://www.jaintirthyatra.com/Tirth-Details/71/Shri_Mahuva_Tirth.aspx |archive-date=28 March 2016 |url-status=dead}}</ref> | ||
Tatkaleshvar Mahadev temple, located south-west of Mahuva city, is visited by a large number of devotees, particularly during the Hindu month of [[Shraavana]]. It is a popular stop for pilgrims visiting the [[Somnath temple]] and sometimes referred to as "Little Somnath".<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://wikimapia.org/30553745/Tatkaleshwar-Mahadev-Mandir-Madhiya|title=Tatkaleshwar Mahadev Mandir-Madhiya|website=wikimapia.org}}</ref> Many travel to the ancient Bhutnath Mahadev temple of [[Shiva]] at [[Vadli]], located north-east of Mahuva, during the month of [[Shraavana]]. | Tatkaleshvar Mahadev temple, located south-west of Mahuva city, is visited by a large number of devotees, particularly during the Hindu month of [[Shraavana]]. It is a popular stop for pilgrims visiting the [[Somnath temple]] and sometimes referred to as "Little Somnath".<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://wikimapia.org/30553745/Tatkaleshwar-Mahadev-Mandir-Madhiya|title=Tatkaleshwar Mahadev Mandir-Madhiya|website=wikimapia.org}}</ref> Many travel to the ancient Bhutnath Mahadev temple of [[Shiva]] at [[Vadli]], located north-east of Mahuva, during the month of [[Shraavana]]. | ||
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Talgajarda, the birthplace of [[Morari Bapu]], is 5 kilometers from Mahuva. It is known for its temples, including a [[Ganesha]] temple. | Talgajarda, the birthplace of [[Morari Bapu]], is 5 kilometers from Mahuva. It is known for its temples, including a [[Ganesha]] temple. | ||
Mota Khuntavada (19 kilometres from Mahuva, 60 kilometres from [[Palitana]]) is known for its [[Jain temple]] and its 90-year-old [[Ganesha]] temple, Sidhhganesh | [[Mota Khuntavada]] (19 kilometres from Mahuva, 60 kilometres from [[Palitana]]) is known for its [[Jain temple]] and its 90-year-old [[Ganesha]] temple, Sidhhganesh Ashram Mota Khuntavada. Mota Khuntavada lies between Mava Dungar Hill, which is surrounded by Malan Dam Lake, and Chitradhar Hill. There is also a 100-year-old [[Hanuman]] temple in the lake, and nearby a 150-year-old [[Mahakali|Mahakali Devi]] temple. | ||
Kotamoi is a small village of Mahuva. Kotamoi is at the near Rojki river. | Kotamoi is a small village of Mahuva. Kotamoi is at the near Rojki river. | ||
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==Notable figures== | ==Notable figures== | ||
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* [[Morari Bapu]]: known for his Ram [[Katha (storytelling format)|Katha]] (religious storytelling based on the ''[[Ramayana]]''); lives in nearby village of Talgajarda<ref>{{cite web|url=http://moraribapu.org/ | title=Moraribapu Official Website}}</ref> | * [[Morari Bapu]]: known for his Ram [[Katha (storytelling format)|Katha]] (religious storytelling based on the ''[[Ramayana]]''); lives in nearby village of Talgajarda<ref>{{cite web|url=http://moraribapu.org/ | title=Moraribapu Official Website}}</ref> | ||
* [[Virchand Gandhi]], Bharat Kesari and [[Swami Vivekanand]] sailed to participate at the first [[World Parliament of Religions]] in Chicago in 1893 and drew worldwide attention | * [[Virchand Gandhi]], Bharat Kesari and [[Swami Vivekanand]] sailed to participate at the first [[World Parliament of Religions]] in Chicago in 1893 and drew worldwide attention | ||
* [[Bhagatji Maharaj]]: born in 1829 in Mahuva; second spiritual successor of [[Lord Swaminarayan]] in the [[BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha]], a Hindu denomination; his Smruti Mandir is under construction at the place where he was given final rituals after death in 1897 | * [[Bhagatji Maharaj]]: born in 1829 in Mahuva; second spiritual successor of [[Lord Swaminarayan]] in the [[BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha]], a Hindu denomination; his Smruti Mandir is under construction at the place where he was given final rituals after death in 1897 | ||
* [[Chhabildas Mehta]]: born in Mahuva; Indian politician and the former [[Chief Minister of Gujarat]]; played a pivotal role in the Maha Gujarat campaign for getting Gujarat the status of a separate state<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ahmedabadmirror.com/article/3/200811302008113002035856958c89e73/State%E2%80%99s-exchief-minister-Chhabildas-Mehta-dies.html |title=Ahmedabad Mirror article |url-status=dead | | * [[Chhabildas Mehta]]: born in Mahuva; Indian politician and the former [[Chief Minister of Gujarat]]; played a pivotal role in the Maha Gujarat campaign for getting Gujarat the status of a separate state<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ahmedabadmirror.com/article/3/200811302008113002035856958c89e73/State%E2%80%99s-exchief-minister-Chhabildas-Mehta-dies.html |title=Ahmedabad Mirror article |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140106040849/http://www.ahmedabadmirror.com/article/3/200811302008113002035856958c89e73/State%E2%80%99s-exchief-minister-Chhabildas-Mehta-dies.html |archive-date=6 January 2014 }}</ref> | ||
* [[Harkisan Mehta]]: Gujarati author | * [[Harkisan Mehta]]: Gujarati author | ||
* [[Asha Parekh]]: Bollywood actress of the 70s; lead actress in many Hindi movies | * [[Asha Parekh]]: Bollywood actress of the 70s; lead actress in many Hindi movies | ||
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